Description

6-Quinolinecarbaldehyde is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its aldehyde functional group makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures through condensation and cyclization reactions. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential antimalarial, anticancer, and antimicrobial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides that leverage the quinoline scaffold for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Functional Material Development: Employed in the research and production of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), sensors, and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and reaction pathways.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialized quinoline-derived colorants and fluorescent markers.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Quinolinecarbaldehyde
CAS No.	4113-04-6
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO
Molecular Weight	157.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Quinoline-6-carboxaldehyde; 6-Formylquinoline; 6-Quinolinecarboxaldehyde; 6-Quinolylaldehyde; 6-Quinolinealdehyde; 6-Carboxyaldehydequinoline; 1-Azanaphthalene-6-carbaldehyde
EINECS	223-900-6

Quality Control

Our 6-Quinolinecarbaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of cGMP and ISO standards for advanced chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or after opening. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.